There are many herbs that help against a cold. And not only herbs, but there are also vegetables, blossoms and all kinds of plants that have a positive effect on a cold. We have collected some tips.
Red pepper for colds
We already know that red pepper can help with cold complaints, such as a stuffy or runny nose. Our Capsinol nasal spray has of course been developed for that. It has also been scientifically proven that the hot substance in the red pepper (capsaicin) has a positive effect on chronic nasal complaints. You will notice it yourself when eating that spicy food can make your nose run. For long-lasting results, it is important that the pepper is introduced through a nasal spray. Hot food alone does not solve the problem.
Onion against cold
Put a sliced onion by your bed before going to sleep. It is a well-known remedy for colds. And it really works! Also eat raw or lightly fried onions regularly. It is very healthy and helps to build resistance. You can also steam and eat a red onion (in this case the red onion is better than the white onion)
Radish for colds
That Radish can help for your health is still relatively unknown to many people. Eating radish helps against colds. The excess mucus is dissolved and reduced, and the antibacterial effect reduces the irritation on sinuses.
Garlic for colds
The antibacterial effect of garlic is very helpful against a starting cold or flu. Process the garlic in your food, smoothie or as a snack. The latter may not be very obvious, if you do eat it raw, you can counteract the smell that leaves your mouth by chewing Parsley. Garlic is also good for your cholesterol, in short, 2 birds with one stone.
Thyme for colds
A nice thyme tea against stuck mucus, cough and stuffiness. You can of course also use the thyme in your food. A purely natural antibiotic that can be processed in many ways. Also proven by scientific research.
Nettle against colds
You can use nettle for natural cleansing of the body. The versatile band nettle strengthens the immune system and is therefore very suitable against a starting cold. It is also a cheap means. You can make tea out of it, a spoonful of honey in it is recommended. To give an idea of what is in the nettle, among other things: vitamins A, B, D, C, K, iron, carotene, calcium, potassium.
Red coneflower against colds
Red coneflowers (also called Echinacea) are used to make drops and tea. The tea is recommended for a starting cold / flu, if you are in the middle of the flu, it is better to use the drops for a stronger approach. Not only can the red coneflower help against the flu, it can also provide a relieving effect against hay fever.
Four blossom against cold
You can make tea from dried four-flowers, soak the leaves in boiled water. The elderflower is anti-inflammatory and helps the body to perspire extra, which can lower the body temperature if you have a fever.
Den against cold
Young Pinus sylvestris pine shoots are ideal for fighting colds, coughs, gout and rheumatism. This tea is also a valuable remedy for coughing. Cough syrup usually also contains this ingredient.
Blackberries against a cold
Blackberries are very effective against colds. Due to the high amount of vitamin C and antioxidants, the blackberry is very good for your resistance. The nice thing about the blackberry is that you can add it to all kinds of dishes: smoothie, in yogurt, in a salad, juice, tea or as a snack. You can pick blackberries yourself from mid-August to September.
Cranberry for colds
It is well known that cranberry juice can help against a bladder infection, did you know that it also helps against a cold? Cranberries have a mild antibacterial effect that helps against a cold. A glass of cranberry juice every day would help. Do you want to pick them fresh? That is possible from August to October, it depends a bit on the species. Once picked, they can be kept in the refrigerator for about 2 months.
Linde against a cold
Linden tea helps the body to excrete toxins through the sweat glands and urinary tract. Mix a handful of linden blossoms with some fresh orange juice, lemon juice and honey.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) against colds
The leaves, roots and flowers are dried and used. The infusion of the plant is used to treat the common cold and rheumatism.
Do you also suffer from a nasty cough?
Make yourself a tasty herbal tea to soothe the complaints.
– To loosen: tea made from crushed or ground fennel seeds
– For tough slime: ginger tea + ground fennel seed or thyme
– Expectorant and antiseptic: thyme tea
– Itchy cough: licorice tea
– Cough: thyme tea (12g) + wild chamomile (25g) + a pinch of cinnamon and ginger powder and optionally honey